Milkier Pigs & Violet Gold: Philippine Food Stories

Milkier Pigs & Violet Gold is the first Filipino cookbook written by a foreigner, inspired by the food he had enjoyed during his childhood and that which he encountered on travels throughout the Philippines. It has received critical acclaim and global interest in Filipino food has swelled. Bryan returned to the Philippines for the second edition and visited previously uncovered territories, including Quezon, Maguindanao, and Tawi-Tawi. The result is an especially vivid tome with at least 20 new recipes, including hardinera, espasol, balo-balo, piyalam, and puto kuhita.

Format: Hardback
Length: 468 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2021
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd

Bryan Koh's debut cookbook,Milkier Pigs & Violet Gold, marked his foray into the world of cookbook publishing. This remarkable culinary masterpiece was the first Filipino cookbook written by a foreigner, inspired by the food he cherished during his childhood and the diverse flavors he encountered during his travels throughout the Philippines. The book received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, and its influence has continued to grow over the past five years and ten years since Bryan embarked on his culinary exploration.

In this second edition, Bryan returns to the Philippines once again, venturing into previously unexplored territories such as Quezon, Maguindanao, and Tawi-Tawi. The result is a captivating tome that boasts at least 20 new recipes, including delectable dishes like hardinera, a festive steamed meatloaf; espasol, a sweetmeat made from toasted glutinous rice and coconut milk; balo-balo, a vibrant green mango salad with salted fish and toasted coconut; piyalam, a fish stew flavored with turmeric, onions, and tomatoes; and puto kuhita, steamed tapioca cakes stuffed with sweet-sour braised octopus.

As with its predecessor, this new edition is a visual feast, adorned with stunning food and location photographs meticulously executed by Bryan himself. He also designed the book, ensuring that every aspect of its presentation is as exquisite as the recipes it contains.

Milkier Pigs & Violet Gold has not only opened doors for Filipino cuisine to reach a global audience but has also sparked a renewed interest among Filipinos in exploring the regional and provincial delicacies of their homeland. This second edition is a testament to Bryan's dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich culinary heritage of the Philippines, and it is sure to delight food enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

Weight: 1726g
Dimension: 199 x 264 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811454370
Edition number: 2 Revised edition